Sunday, September 2, 2012

5th Grade Curriculum

Social Studies - Emphasis on US history, with a focus on kids’ experiences during different periods such as the Civil Rights Movement, slavery, labor strikes, Native American contributions, and inspirational figures such as Eleanor Roosevelt and Rosa Parks. Also includes cultural geography, in which students learn about the lives of children around the world.  

Language Arts/Literature - Historical novels, beautifully illustrated books, poetry; writing skills, grammar, vocabulary, and spelling.  

Science/Eco-Integrity - Emphasis on environmental science (biomes, wildlife, environmental issues, climate change, ways kids can make a difference), also fun experiments such as creating invisible ink and making a fog chamber. 

Math - Comprehensive full year’s math curriculum, with an emphasis on mastery and problem solving; includes manipulatives. Online assessments make it easy for parents to choose the most appropriate level for their child. Also includes films, music, art, health, nature activities, service learning and character development. 

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